Ocean observations - collecting information about the ocean, like on temperature, or sea ice, or different plants and animals - is so important for understanding our ocean, predicting what might happen in the future, making sure that whatever we do won’t cause too much damage, and keeping people safe at sea (and along the coast)…

When Hakai Magazine announced that it is ceasing at the end of this year a few weeks ago, readers around the world expressed their shock and sadness across social media.

“I am concerned by climate scientists becoming climate activists, because scholars should not have a priori interests in the outcome of their studies.” That’s what Ulf Büntgen (University of Cambridge) wrote in a comment piece for npj Climate Action.

There’s a “hot” new movie on Netflix that has got a few people hot and bothered. Sous la Seine, AKA Under Paris. Because the film features sharks, it has drawn the attention of some irked by the lack of scientific rigour.

Short scientist biographies can help build trust in science, but only if they show why the scientists do what they do.

Journalists reporting for USA-based publications are less likely to include minority-ethic author names in their science reporting.

Creating video abstracts and plain language abstracts is extra work, but they can help boost comprehension, perceived understanding, and enjoyment.

Want to drive some support for climate policy? You might want to get your audience a little emotional.

Being polite and making well-reasoned arguments might help people feel more informed, but it won’t necessarily change their support for policies